Dr P Piroozfar, Dr Hannah Wood
No more applications being accepted
Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
Building upon the relevant theories, this project will provide novel insights by investigating how Building Information Modelling (BIM) can effectively be utilised to facilitate restoration, repair and maintenance in heritage buildings. This project seeks to explore ways in which BIM static models can be enhanced by adding dynamic and live data streams for real-time assistance in decision making. An innovative aspect of the project will be facilitated through integration of BIM with data collected by other technologies linked to the Internet of Things (IoT) such as point-cloud scanning, drone radiometric, and drone building and site survey solutions as well as mixed, augmented and virtual reality (MAVR). This project will take the UK Government “Soft Landing” strategy to the next level to apply it to one of the most iconic Cathedrals in the south of England – Chichester Cathedral and its entire estate – with dissemination through the Church of England (CoE) Heritage team based in London.
Developing a single case study approach with multiple units of analysis as its core knowledge claim belonging in ‘pragmatism’ research paradigm, this research uses in-depth review and interpretation of historic and drawing documents and as-built surveys to build a BIM model. This will then be used as a platform to incorporate live drawing/3D visual data collected through point-cloud scans, and drone surveys as well as non-drawing/non-visual data to account for the status-quo of the premises and the requirements in current practices in facilities management of the Cathedral to provide the premises/assets/facilities managers with an effective and timely tool for managing and maintenance of complex heritage buildings.
Academic entry criteria: The successful candidate must have a 2:1 (minimum) undergraduate degree and/or excellent grades in a master’s degree in architecture, building and construction subject areas with demonstrable experience and skills in use of BIM applications (required) and some experience in other new, advanced and emerging technologies in/for the AEC industry e.g. AR/VR, VPL, 3D Visualisation and Game Engines (desired).
English language entry requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of relevant competency qualifications
The application should be submitted by email direct the SEAHA inbox at the University of Brighton:
[Email Address Removed]
and not by the UCL or UoB online admissions system.
To submit an application by Thursday 19th April, please include all of the following:
• a substantial covering letter (2–3 pages) including a clear explanation of your motivation for your proposed project
• a statement of your understanding of your eligibility according to the information provided at: http://www.seaha‐cdt.ac.uk/study‐with‐us/studentships/eligibility‐criteria/ and https://www.epsrc.ac.uk/skills/students/help/eligibility/
• a research proposal (approx. 2,000 words) including project research questions and methodology
• a full detailed CV
• contact details for two academic references (names, postal and email addresses)
• proof of meeting the UCL/UoB English language proficiency requirements where necessary.
We will only consider complete applications.
Funding Notes
The project is fully funded for UK resident students, comprising annual tuition fees for four years, as well as a doctoral stipend for the same period.
You must have resided in the UK for three years before starting the studentship to receive funding for tuition fees and a stipend.
The project offers fees-only support for other EU students
This studentship is not open to international applicants.
Continue with Facebook
